November 2013 Ipsy Bag

I'm going to go out and say that this bag was absolutely over loaded with products! It was awesome! I have really been loving my Ipsy bags. Here is what I received in my bag this month!

Starlooks Gem Eyeliner Pencil in Topaz: This is a beautiful icy blue color. This color will be great for the Christmas season. I'm glad this was in my bag because I usually don't stray from my everyday brown, or purple, or black liners. This will help me to break out of that rut. I only swatched it, but it applied very smoothly. *This is full size.*

Pixi Beauty Bronzer in Subtly Suntouched: This is my first Pixi product! I have looked at Pixi products at Target, but never purchased before. I swatched this, and while it isn't overly pigmented, I think it will make a beautiful highlighter. It gives just enough sheen.

TRESemme' Tres Two Hairspray: I love this hairspray. and I love having the mini for travel! It has a great hold!

Nailtini Nail Lacquer in Champagne: I straight up love this color! It is a beautiful rose gold color with micro holographic glitter. It is a perfect winter neutral that has enough sparkle to it. This will also be great for the Holiday's! *This is full size.*

em Pillow Plush lip balm in Vanilla: This is by Michelle Phan. This is a potted lip product. The color is a beautiful neutral with micro, micro glitter. It gives your lips shine without feeling gritty. This does feel very smooth on the lips, and you could definitely use this as a tinted lip balm.

Be a Bombshell lipcolor in Hot Damn: This is a beautiful Christmas red lip crayon. This has slight glitter, but again, you absolutely cannot feel it on your lips. This does leave a slight stain behind.I envision using this with a matte neutral eye, some Pixi bronzer as a highlight, and this on your lips. It would be the most beautiful, simple look for the Holiday season! *This is full size.*

This month overall was a fantastic month for Ipsy. I think this is definitely worth the $10 a month!

What did you get in your Ipsy bag? I'd love to hear your thoughts, leave me a comment!

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